FINANCE MANAGER

Finance Manager Jobs in Lusaka – WWF Zambia Country Office

WWF Zambia, a leading independent conservation organization with a global presence and over 38 million supporters, invites applications for the role of Finance Manager. Established in 1962, WWF Zambia is dedicated to halting environmental degradation and fostering harmony between people and nature. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful conservation efforts while advancing your career in finance management within Lusaka, Zambia.

About WWF Zambia

WWF Zambia operates across three critical landscapes—the Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area, the Kafue System, and the Upper Zambezi—promoting biodiversity conservation, sustainable food systems, green economy initiatives, and climate action. The organization leverages science, advocacy, and multi-sector partnerships to support communities and protect vital ecosystems for future generations.

Position Overview: Finance Manager

The Finance Manager will lead the financial management function at WWF Zambia, serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership, including the Operations Director and Country Director. This contract role is based in Lusaka and is central to ensuring the organisation’s financial sustainability through effective budgeting, forecasting, reporting, treasury and grants management, risk mitigation, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities for Finance Manager Jobs in Lusaka

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with WWF Zambia’s Country and Operational Strategic Plans. Provide strategic advice to leadership on resource allocation and organisational performance.
• Financial Planning & Budgeting: Lead annual budgeting, multi-year financial planning, and quarterly forecasting processes. Ensure integration of programme and project budgets with organisational priorities.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare timely internal, donor, and network financial reports. Deliver management accounts and dashboards to support informed decision-making.
• Grants Management & Donor Compliance: Oversee financial aspects of donor-funded projects, ensuring adherence to donor regulations and WWF policies. Support audits, reporting, and grant reconciliations.
• Internal Controls & Risk Management: Maintain robust controls, ensure compliance with statutory and donor requirements, and lead fraud prevention efforts.
• Treasury & Cash Flow Management: Manage liquidity, banking relationships, payments, and foreign exchange exposure to safeguard organisational financial health.
• Audit & Continuous Improvement: Coordinate audits and implement recommendations to enhance financial systems and accountability.
• People Leadership: Mentor and develop finance staff, promote teamwork, and build capacity among budget holders and programme managers.
• Resource Mobilisation Support: Assist in proposal development and financial due diligence for funding opportunities and partnerships.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CPA, CA Zambia, or equivalent.
• Membership of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA).
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, including a minimum of 5 years in senior finance leadership roles.
• Proven expertise managing complex donor-funded programmes and grants.
• Strong knowledge of financial planning, reporting, compliance, and risk management.
• Experience within international NGOs or development organisations is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with donor regulations from EU, USAID, FCDO, GCF, GEF, KfW, SIDA, and others.
• Proficiency with enterprise financial systems and business intelligence tools.

Core Competencies and Personal Attributes

• Strategic financial leadership and business partnering skills.
• Excellent analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior management decisions.
• Commitment to integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
• Leadership and team development expertise.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment.
• Alignment with WWF’s core values of Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit the following documents via email to wwfcareers@wwfzam.org:

• A cover letter clearly stating your interest and suitability for the Finance Manager role.
• A detailed curriculum vitae highlighting relevant qualifications and experience.
• Contact details of at least three referees, including a current or previous employer.
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications, certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Please indicate Finance Manager in the subject line of your email.

Application Deadline: 2nd September 2026, 18:00 hours. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Working Relationships

The Finance Manager will collaborate closely with internal teams including senior management, programme coordinators, finance and grants staff, procurement, and HR, as well as external stakeholders such as donors, auditors, financial institutions, government agencies, and implementing partners.